As a devoted fan of both horror and the works of Stephen King, I eagerly anticipate the release of “The Rule of Jenny Pen” in 2025. With the legendary author himself praising it as one of the best movies he’s seen this year, it promises to be an unmissable experience. The unique premise, stellar cast led by Geoffrey Rush and John Lithgow, and the critical acclaim it has already garnered make it a must-watch for any horror enthusiast.
The seminal horror author has become a go-to source for many when it comes to upcoming movies to get excited about. And the writer behind the likes of The Shining and It has now hyped-up a movie in the horror genre, taking to social media to urge audiences to watch when it lands on the streaming platform Shudder in 2025. King even calls the thriller “one of the best movies” he’s seen this year, with this tale of a judge who, after being confined to a retirement home following a stroke, must stop an elderly psychopath who uses a child’s puppet to terrorize the other residents. See what King had to say about The Rule of Jenny Pen below.
I recently enjoyed one of the top movies from this year titled ‘The Rule of Jenny Pen’. I highly recommend catching it when it’s available on Shudder. Starring Geoffrey Rush, the film features John Lithgow as a menacing geriatric with a wicked hand puppet.
Apart from being reminiscent of a distinctive horror style akin to Stephen King’s works, “The Rule of Jenny Pen” is an intriguing concept that also features a strong pair as its main characters. Directed by James Ashcroft and co-written by Eli Kent and Ashcroft, the film stars Geoffrey Rush (from Pirates of the Caribbean and Quills) in the role of Stefan Mortensen, a former Judge, and John Lithgow (known for his roles in Dexter and Pet Sematary) as the psychopathic local resident Dave Crealy. For more details about this horror production, you can read its official synopsis below.
“Judge Stefan Mortensen, who dislikes people and is close to retirement, experiences a stroke in court. This event lands him in a nursing home where he meets Dave Crealy, a resident known for causing trouble. Dave uses his doll, Jenny Pen, to bully others and inflict pain. A confrontation between the two men ensues, escalating into a potentially deadly situation involving violence and terror.
The Rule of Jenny Pen Has Received Praise From Critics
At this month’s Fantastic Fest, Jenny Pen’s Rule was unveiled to widespread acclaim from critics present, earning praise alongside Stephen King for its chilling horror film presentation. According to Alison Foreman of indieWire, the movie was highly commended.
In the film ‘The Rule of Jenny Pen’, a unique application of two well-known actors initially starts off intriguingly, but soon becomes increasingly complicated and messy. Despite this, the director, Ashcroft, pursues his vision with undeniable determination.
Rocco T. Thompson from Daily Dead comments, “This unique horror thriller sensitively handles aging, acknowledging both its nobility and the frightening, familiar fear of being swallowed by the unforgiving passage of time.” Molly Henery of The Blogging Banshee also shares her thoughts, stating that “The Rule of Jenny Pen” pits two talented actors against each other, compelling viewers to grapple with the terrors of aging, leaving one unsure whether to laugh or shudder in awe.
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2024-09-25 17:02